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Frontrunners to succeed Pope Benedict XVI

Reuters

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02/11/2013 02:42:09 PM EST

Papabili: Frontrunners to succeed Pope Benedict XVI

While there are no official candidates, here are "papabili" (potential popes) the most frequently mentioned recently. The list is in alphabetical, not in order of their chances, and will probably change between now and when the conclave is held, most likely in March.Joao Braz de AvizNew cardinal Joao Braz de Aviz, left, archbishop of Brasilia receives the biretta cap from Pope Benedict XVI in Saint Peter's Basilica on Feb. 18. (Getty)Joao Braz de Aviz (Brazil, 65) brought fresh air to ...

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